Many people adore their cats and want this feeling to be mutual.
Unfortunately, not all furry creatures demonstrate affection and love for their owner.
What to do if your four-legged friend is reserved and does not show affection towards you?
There is one trick that will make your cat much more affectionate.
How to pet a cat correctly
It is desirable to ensure that the cat begins to associate human touch with such a pleasant process as eating.
The pet should be petted just before giving it food.
In this case, the animal will come to the following conclusion: “Immediately after a person pets me, I get a treat.”
In such a situation, the pet itself will begin to strive to interact with the owner.
How not to pet a cat
If you touch an animal incorrectly, you can't expect any affection from it.
So, you shouldn't touch a cat if it's afraid of something or is overly active. The pet you want to pet should be absolutely calm.
In addition, you should not pet your four-legged friend on the tail or paws: fluffy creatures really don’t like this.
And, of course, don't forget about the cleanliness of your hands. Your palms shouldn't be dirty or greasy. It's unlikely that the animal will like it if it has to wash itself after interacting with its owner.
